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Drone Review: DJI Inspire 2

When DJI comes out with something new, it always makes news, and its new Inspire 2 is the hot ticket right now. Improving on a well-built and tested design, the Inspire 2 is a little bigger and faster than its predecessor. We tested out the package that came with the Zenmuse X5S and two transmitters. […]

Kyosho Syncro KT-631ST 6 Channel Radio With Telemetry

From Kyosho: This intermediate-class 6ch transmitter and receiver set uses a telemetry system that displays information such as the receiver voltage and communication status (error rate) on the transmitter’s LCD screen. Ideal for the Calmato a and models with retractable undercarriage and flaps such as the SQS Warbird Series, this set delivers secure signal transmission […]

Futaba Channel Power Switch

From Futaba: Control LEDs from your transmitter. Features: Allows LED light systems to be controlled from a transmitter with at least three channels and switches Great for airplane and heli orientation and night flying, or operating light bars, running lights or chassis lighting on RC cars and trucks Easy to install, plugs into a receiver […]

Kyosho Syncro KT-431S 4 Channel Radio

From Kyosho: This basic 4ch transmitter is inexpensive and uses a thin, lightweight casing that allows long periods of use without causing fatigue. Combined with the receiver, this set delivers secure signal transmission whether operating EP or GP models and is suitable not only with aircraft but also with yachts, cars and DRONE RACER. Includes […]

Spektrum Wireless Simulator Dongle

From Spektrum: Wirelessly connect your Spektrum DSM2 / DSMX Radio to your computer to use with your favorite simulator. Does not require any additional hardware or software, simply plugs in to USB port and it is ready to go. The WS1000 makes flying FPV simulators like DRL Simulator and Liftoff FPV Simulator even easier to […]

HOBBYWING XRotor Micro BLHeli-s 30A DShot600 ESC

From HOBBYWING: Dshot 150/300/600, Oneshot125, Oneshot42, Multishot Modes Supported Besides the latest Dshot 150/300/600 mode, the ESC also supports regular PWM (1000µs -2000µs) mode, Oneshot125 (125-250µs) mode, Oneshot42 (42-81µs) mode and Multishot (2-25µs) mode Super Small & Light With the remarkably small size (23.8×14.5×5.8mm) and light weight (6g), XRotor Micro BLHeli-s 30A DShot600 is an […]

Spektrum DX9 Black Edition

From Spektrum: Like the original DX9, the Black Edition gives you an incredible suite of features that includes voice alerts, 250-model memory, programming for four model types and a wireless trainer link. To this it adds is a stunning, black finish that further sets it apart from everything else in its class. Programmable Voice Alerts […]

Drone Film Pilot: From James Bond To Hurricane Katrina

After a military career that ended with him winning a medal for gallantry, helicopter pilot Jerry Grayson found a way into the film industry: shooting aerial footage – which turned out to be just as exciting as his previous career, but for completely different reasons. When Jerry Grayson left the Royal Navy’s Search and Rescue […]

Yuneec H920 Plus Commercial Drone

From Yuneec: Yuneec’s latest commercial drone, the H920 Plus, aims to serve those in the engineering/architecture, broadcast, law enforcement and inspections spaces. This new drone was originally the H920, but now has updated features such as: Task Modes (Orbit Me, Point of Interest, Journey, Curve Cable Cam, Waypoints) Refined ST16 Pro Ground Station with downloadable […]

Yuneec announces the release of the new Tornado H920 Plus drone, and we have one!

Thats right! We got one of the first Tornado 920 Plus and had some fun flying it this weekend. Just check out the case it came in! And of course, here is a little peek inside: One of the obvious upgrades are the quick connect props: Here is a little information on this new H920 […]